Barbados

Barbados raises sugary drinks tax to fight disease

05th May 2022

Sugary drinks are a major driver of the global epidemic of chronic conditions like obesity and diabetes. Barbados is one of several countries around the world looking to lower consumption of these health-harming beverages while generating public funds.
Barbados to improve population health and generate funds with higher sugary drinks tax

29th March 2022

The government of Barbados is taking action to improve population health by getting sugar consumption under control with a 20% tax on sweetened beverages.

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